Dragged to Death: Bronx Streets Still Favor Cars Over Lives

A sedan traveling west on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx struck an object with its left front bumper. The front passenger, a 30-year-old woman, suffered knee and lower leg fractures. The driver was unlicensed and driving at unsafe speeds with aggressive behavior.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 3:08 AM on Prospect Avenue in the Bronx. A 2014 Mercedes sedan driven by an unlicensed male driver was traveling west, going straight ahead when the left front bumper struck an object. The front passenger, a 30-year-old woman wearing a lap belt, sustained serious injuries including fractures and dislocations to her knee and lower leg. The report cites 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as contributing factors. The driver’s unlicensed status and unsafe driving behavior directly contributed to the crash and the passenger’s injuries. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no victim behaviors were listed as contributing factors.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4699078, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A fatigued garbage truck driver backing on Freeman Street struck a parked sedan’s left front quarter panel. The driver suffered a back injury but remained conscious. The truck’s right front bumper sustained damage. The crash exposed risks from driver drowsiness during vehicle maneuvers.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 7:53 on Freeman Street when a garbage truck, traveling west and backing up, collided with a parked sedan facing east. The point of impact was the truck’s right front bumper striking the sedan’s left front quarter panel. The truck driver, a 32-year-old male, was injured with back pain and internal complaints but was conscious and not ejected. The report lists 'Fatigued/Drowsy' as a contributing factor, indicating driver impairment during the backing maneuver. Both drivers were licensed and operating their vehicles legally, but the truck driver’s fatigue played a critical role. No victim errors were noted. The incident highlights the systemic danger posed by driver fatigue in urban vehicle operations.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697604, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Aggressive driving triggered a collision on East 173 Street in the Bronx. Multiple parked vehicles were struck. A 64-year-old male driver suffered injuries and shock. The impact damaged left rear and front bumpers. Driver errors escalated the crash’s severity.

According to the police report, the crash occurred on East 173 Street in the Bronx at 19:01. The collision involved multiple vehicles, including a Ford SUV and a Toyota sedan, both initially parked. The report cites 'Aggressive Driving/Road Rage' as a contributing factor, highlighting driver error as the primary cause. A 64-year-old male driver, an occupant in one of the vehicles, was injured and experienced shock, though no visible complaints were noted. Damage concentrated on the left rear quarter panel and front bumpers of the involved vehicles. The report does not list any contributing victim behaviors. The crash underscores the dangers of aggressive driving in urban settings, with multiple vehicles damaged and a driver injured as a result.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4697378, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

An inattentive SUV driver made a left turn and struck a 54-year-old man crossing outside a crosswalk in the Bronx. The pedestrian suffered neck injuries and shock, with no vehicle damage reported. The crash exposed dangers of driver distraction.

According to the police report, a 54-year-old male pedestrian was injured while crossing outside a crosswalk on East 174 Street in the Bronx. The crash occurred at 3:15 p.m. when a Jeep SUV traveling northwest made a left turn and struck the pedestrian with its center front end. The report cites 'Driver Inattention/Distraction' as the primary contributing factor, highlighting a failure to maintain proper attention during the maneuver. The pedestrian sustained neck injuries and was in shock, complaining of pain or nausea. The vehicle sustained no damage. The report does not list any pedestrian behaviors as contributing factors. This incident underscores the critical role of driver distraction in pedestrian crashes.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695243, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 22-year-old unlicensed moped driver was ejected and suffered a head injury in the Bronx. The crash caused a contusion and bruising. The driver wore no safety equipment. The vehicle struck with its left front quarter panel at 11:28 AM.

According to the police report, the crash occurred in the Bronx near Southern Boulevard at 11:28 AM. The sole occupant, a 22-year-old male driving a 2023 ZHILO moped, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained a head injury classified as a contusion and bruise. The driver was unlicensed and wore no safety equipment at the time of the crash. The point of impact was the moped's left front quarter panel. The report does not list any contributing factors or victim errors, highlighting the unlicensed status of the driver and lack of protective gear as critical details. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved or injured.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695231, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 23-year-old unlicensed motorcyclist was ejected and injured after colliding with a sedan merging on Boston Road in the Bronx. The motorcycle struck the sedan’s left side doors, causing contusions and arm injuries to the rider, who was wearing a helmet.

According to the police report, the crash occurred around 11:00 PM on Boston Road in the Bronx. A sedan was merging southwest when it was struck on the left side doors by a motorcycle traveling straight ahead in the same direction. The motorcycle rider, a 23-year-old male, was ejected from the vehicle and sustained injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand, including contusions and bruises. The report notes the motorcyclist was wearing a helmet but was unlicensed. The sedan driver was licensed and had two occupants. The collision's contributing factors are unspecified, but the motorcyclist’s unlicensed status and the sedan’s merging maneuver are critical elements. The impact point and vehicle damage confirm the motorcycle struck the sedan’s left side, highlighting the dangers of merging conflicts and unlicensed operation.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4695237, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two vehicles collided on Boston Road at dusk, injuring three men. The SUV was making a right turn when struck on its right side by a sedan attempting to pass improperly. Driver inexperience and lane misuse contributed to the crash.

According to the police report, the crash occurred at 19:40 on Boston Road involving a 2018 Ford SUV and a 2015 Nissan sedan. The SUV was making a right turn when the sedan, traveling northeast, struck its right side doors with the sedan's left front bumper. The report cites 'Driver Inexperience' for the SUV driver and 'Passing or Lane Usage Improper' for the sedan driver as contributing factors. Three male occupants were injured: the SUV driver, age 28, suffered neck injuries; the front passenger, age 26, sustained knee and lower leg contusions; and the sedan driver, age 21, was also injured. All occupants were restrained with lap belts and harnesses and none were ejected. The report highlights driver errors without attributing fault to the victims.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694021, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 24-year-old moped driver was injured when an SUV made a right turn and struck him. The driver of the moped was unlicensed. The crash involved alcohol, contributing to the chaos.

A collision occurred on Park Avenue when an SUV made a right turn and struck a moped traveling straight. The moped driver, a 24-year-old male, sustained injuries to his knee and lower leg. According to the police report, the crash involved alcohol. The SUV driver was licensed, but the moped driver was unlicensed. No further details on safety equipment were provided. The impact was severe enough to damage the center front end of the moped and the left rear bumper of the SUV.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694024, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 38-year-old woman was struck by a pick-up truck while crossing East 172 Street. She suffered injuries to her knee and lower leg. The driver was making a left turn when the collision occurred.

According to the police report, a 38-year-old female pedestrian was injured while crossing East 172 Street with the signal. The driver of a 2020 Ford pick-up truck was making a left turn when the collision happened. The report cites 'View Obstructed/Limited' as a contributing factor. The pedestrian sustained injuries to her knee and lower leg, classified as severity level 3. No damage was reported to the vehicle. The driver was licensed and had two occupants in the truck at the time of the incident.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4690921, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 35-year-old male motorcycle driver was ejected and injured in a Bronx crash. The impact struck the center front end of the motorcycle. The rider suffered abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The crash involved improper lane usage.

According to the police report, a 35-year-old male motorcycle driver was injured and ejected during a crash on East 163 Street in the Bronx. The motorcycle, traveling west, was struck at the center front end. The report lists "Passing or Lane Usage Improper" as the contributing factor. The rider sustained abrasions and injuries to his elbow, lower arm, and hand. The driver was conscious after the crash. No other vehicles or pedestrians were involved, and no helmet or signaling factors were noted. The crash highlights the dangers of improper lane usage on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4691823, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

Two SUVs crashed on Boston Road in the Bronx. One driver made a U-turn and hit another going straight. The female driver making the U-turn suffered an elbow injury. Police cited failure to yield right-of-way as the cause.

According to the police report, two sport utility vehicles collided on Boston Road in the Bronx. One SUV was traveling south going straight ahead, while the other was making a U-turn. The impact occurred at the right front quarter panel of the straight-moving vehicle and the left front bumper of the U-turning vehicle. The female driver making the U-turn was injured, sustaining an elbow and lower arm injury. She remained conscious and was not ejected from the vehicle. The report lists failure to yield right-of-way as the contributing factor. Both drivers were licensed, and no other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4689267, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 72-year-old woman was struck while crossing Boston Road at a marked crosswalk. The vehicle hit her with its right front bumper. She suffered fractures and dislocations to her lower leg and foot. The driver failed to yield right-of-way.

According to the police report, a 72-year-old female pedestrian was injured on Boston Road while crossing at a marked crosswalk without a signal. The vehicle, traveling east, struck her with its right front bumper. The pedestrian sustained fractures and dislocations to her knee, lower leg, and foot. The report lists 'Failure to Yield Right-of-Way' as the contributing factor. No other driver errors or victim factors were noted. The pedestrian was conscious after the crash. The vehicle type and driver details were unspecified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4688484, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A taxi struck an e-bike from behind on Claremont Parkway in the Bronx. The 47-year-old bicyclist was ejected and suffered injuries to his entire body, including minor bleeding. The driver was distracted and stopped in traffic at impact.

According to the police report, a taxi traveling east on Claremont Parkway stopped in traffic and was struck from behind by an e-bike also traveling east. The bicyclist, a 47-year-old man, was ejected from his vehicle and sustained injuries to his entire body, including minor bleeding. The report lists "Driver Inattention/Distraction" as a contributing factor for the taxi driver. The bicyclist was not wearing any safety equipment. The taxi's point of impact was the center back end, while the e-bike's front center was damaged. No other contributing factors were specified.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686862, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan struck a moped from behind on Fox Street near Intervale Avenue. The 23-year-old moped rider was thrown to the pavement, bleeding and unconscious. The sedan’s front end crumpled. The street held the rider’s body as daylight faded.

A deadly crash unfolded on Fox Street near Intervale Avenue. According to the police report, a sedan traveling south struck a moped from behind. The 23-year-old moped rider was ejected and landed on the pavement, suffering severe bleeding and losing consciousness. He died from his injuries. The sedan’s front end was crushed in the impact. Police cited 'Unsafe Speed' and 'Traffic Control Disregarded' as contributing factors. The report notes the moped rider was not wearing a helmet, but only after listing the driver’s errors. The crash highlights the lethal consequences when drivers ignore speed limits and traffic controls.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4683237, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 45-year-old man on an e-scooter was ejected and suffered head injuries on Webster Avenue. The crash involved driver inattention and unsafe speed. The rider was conscious but bruised. The vehicle struck the scooter from behind, damaging both vehicles.

According to the police report, a 45-year-old male e-scooter driver was injured and ejected during a crash on Webster Avenue. The report lists driver inattention and unsafe speed as contributing factors. The e-scooter was hit from behind by another vehicle traveling southbound, causing center back end damage to the scooter and front end damage to the other vehicle. The rider sustained a head injury and contusions but remained conscious. No other safety equipment or victim actions were noted. The crash highlights driver errors including distraction and unsafe speed, which led to the violent impact and ejection.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4682573, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A sedan slammed head-on into an SUV on Claremont Parkway. The Hyundai’s front crumpled. The 26-year-old woman behind the wheel died alone. No passengers. No escape. The SUV showed no damage. Night fell heavy on the Bronx.

A 26-year-old woman driving a 2012 Hyundai sedan struck an SUV head-on near 495 Claremont Parkway in the Bronx. According to the police report, her car crumpled at the front. She was the only occupant and died at the scene. The SUV sustained no damage and had no reported injuries. The report lists no specific driver errors or contributing factors. The woman was not wearing a seatbelt, as noted in the data, but no other factors are cited. The crash left one dead and highlighted the violence of head-on impacts on city streets.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4680996, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A motorscooter tore through the Bronx night. It ran the light. It hit a man crossing with the signal. Steel crushed his leg. He screamed but stayed awake. The driver had no license. The street stayed loud.

A man crossing Claremont Parkway at Crotona Avenue was struck by a motorscooter. According to the police report, the pedestrian crossed with the signal when the motorscooter came fast, front first, and hit him. The impact crushed the man’s lower leg. The driver was unlicensed. The police report lists 'Traffic Control Disregarded' and 'Unsafe Speed' as contributing factors. The motorscooter’s center front end struck the pedestrian. The report does not mention any errors by the pedestrian. The crash left the victim conscious but in pain, with severe crush injuries.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679501, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A young man rode north on Southern Boulevard before dawn. He wore a helmet. He had alcohol in his blood. The motorcycle smashed front-first. He flew from the seat. He died. The street fell silent.

A 23-year-old man was killed while riding a motorcycle north on Southern Boulevard at 3:35 a.m. According to the police report, he was unlicensed and had alcohol in his blood. The 2023 Fly E motorcycle struck hard, crushing the front end. The rider, wearing a helmet, was ejected and died from injuries to his entire body. The report lists 'Alcohol Involvement' and 'Unspecified' as contributing factors. No other vehicles or people were involved. The street remained quiet after the crash.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4679916, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 51-year-old male bicyclist riding south on East 176 Street was hit on his right side by an eastbound sedan. He suffered fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. The rider was conscious and not ejected from the bike.

According to the police report, a sedan traveling east on East 176 Street collided with an e-bike traveling south. The point of impact was the right side doors of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the sedan. The bicyclist, a 51-year-old man, sustained fractures and dislocations to his knee, lower leg, and foot. He was conscious and remained on the bike. The report lists unspecified contributing factors but does not identify any driver errors or helmet use. The sedan had no occupants at the time. The crash caused damage to the right side doors of the e-bike and the right front bumper of the sedan.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4694053, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15

A 9-year-old boy was struck by a westbound sedan on East 169 Street in the Bronx. The child suffered a head injury and concussion. The driver showed signs of inattention. The pedestrian was confused and not at an intersection when hit.

According to the police report, a 9-year-old pedestrian was injured after being struck by a sedan traveling west on East 169 Street in the Bronx. The child suffered a head injury and was diagnosed with a concussion. The report lists driver inattention and distraction as contributing factors. Additionally, pedestrian error and confusion played a role, as the child was not at an intersection and was performing other actions in the roadway. The sedan had no visible damage, and the driver was going straight ahead at the time of impact. The report does not indicate any helmet use or signaling by the pedestrian.

• Motor Vehicle Collisions – CrashID 4686932, NYC Open Data, Accessed 2025-06-15